On July 15, 2024, 35-year-old Edward Shi was fatally shot at his workplace, 8Loop Trans, a logistics company located in the 18600 block of Gale Avenue in the City of Industry, California. The incident occurred shortly before 9 a.m., when deputies from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department responded to reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, they found Shi with multiple gunshot wounds to his upper torso; he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities quickly identified a person of interest: 30-year-old Kevin Paredes, a former employee of 8Loop Trans who had been terminated within the two weeks preceding the incident. Paredes was detained near the scene without incident. A search of a vehicle associated with him led to the discovery of additional firearms.
Following his detention, Paredes was arrested on suspicion of murder and booked into the Twin Towers Correctional Facility, with bail set at $2 million. The motive behind the shooting remains under investigation, though initial reports suggest that Shi was specifically targeted.
Shi, a resident of Rowland Heights, had been employed at 8Loop Trans since July 2022. His LinkedIn profile indicates proficiency in both English and Chinese, reflecting the company's diverse clientele. The tragic incident has prompted an outpouring of grief from colleagues and the local community, with many expressing shock and sorrow over the loss.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting. They have urged anyone with information to contact the Sheriff's Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500 or provide anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS or via their website.
